Birks Group Inc. reported consolidated sales results for the period from October 30, 2016 through December 31, 2016. Comparable store sales in the U.S. increased by 16%, while Canadian comparable store sales grew by 3% on constant exchange rate basis compared to the prior year's holiday season. Comparable store sales include stores open in the same period in both the current and prior year. The growth in comparable store sales in both Canada and the U.S. was primarily the result of the Company's success in growing its average sales transaction and conversion rates, reflecting the success of the Company's long-term sales growth strategies.